Glencore deploys autonomous trucks at Lomas Bayas copper mine

Through its Lomas Lab, Glencore introduced four autonomous trucks at the Lomas Bayas copper mine in northern Chile.

Staff Writer | December 10, 2023 | 8:53 am

Panama government orders First Quantum to end copper operations

Cobre Panama has requested government authorization to lay off more than 4,000 of its employees.

Staff Writer | December 8, 2023 | 9:55 am

Anglo American shares plunge after production cuts

Shares hit their lowest point since March 2020 after the miner unveiled plans to drastically cut the amount of commodities it mines.

Staff Writer | December 8, 2023 | 8:07 am

Chile aims to be among world’s top three cobalt producers

The copper producing nation holds significant quantities of cobalt in its mining tailings, which could make it a global powerhouse.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 8, 2023 | 3:45 am

Brazil says talks on compensations over Vale-BHP dam burst are halted

There is still no date for the negotiations to resume as the companies have refused to submit a new proposal.

Reuters | December 6, 2023 | 12:38 pm

Chile targets million-tonne copper boost in tightening market

President Gabriel Boric has set a goal of raising Chile’s production by 1.04 million metric tons by 2026.

Bloomberg News | December 6, 2023 | 11:09 am

New approach aims to detoxify artisanal gold mining

A new approach to detoxifying artisanal gold mining aims to help miners keep their livelihoods while reducing associated health risks.

Staff Writer | December 6, 2023 | 5:10 am

Deadly attack spurs plea for Peru crackdown on unlicensed mines

The industry is laying part of the blame on temporary permits known in Peru as Reinfo, a registry that allows informal miners to operate with some legal protections while they formalize operations.

Bloomberg News | December 5, 2023 | 12:50 pm

Investors are seeing past 75% lithium price plunge, Chile’s Enami says

The state-owned ore processing company said it will be in a position to choose a partner for a sprawling lithium project by mid next year.

Bloomberg News | December 5, 2023 | 10:20 am

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Codelco and SQM agree on final lithium deal

The home of Malbec wine makes a play for copper in Argentina mining revival

Chile hopes SQM-Codelco deal to proceed as planned, finance minister says

Head of Codelco’s Chuquicamata mine to leave company

Investors relieved BHP walked from $49 billion Anglo takeover deal

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